Hai Li (Leo) is a Director at CRS Property, with over a decade of experience across the Australian real estate sector. His expertise spans property and asset management, development delivery, operational leadership, and strategic advisory — with a particular focus on residential real estate.
Leo’s early career began in commercial operations, where he served as General Manager at New Vision Global. This high-paced environment shaped his structured, solutions-oriented leadership style and sharpened his ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams across competing priorities.
He later moved into property management with Blue Nest Property Services, overseeing mixed-use portfolios including residential, strata, and commercial assets throughout Sydney. This on-the-ground experience gave him strong insight into tenancy coordination, maintenance programs, and regulatory compliance — forming a solid foundation for his later work in development.
In 2022, Leo was appointed Chief Operating Officer at Regal Realty and Regal Project Strategy. There, he led the operational functions of a growing property group focused on residential development and project marketing. His work involved everything from feasibility and consultant appointments through to town planning and development approvals, deepening his capability in delivering complex, mid-market residential projects.
In 2024, Leo joined CRS Property as Director, where he leads much of the firm’s residential real estate projects and activities. His work includes strategic site planning, development advisory, and end-to-end project delivery support — working with private clients, developers, and family offices to identify, structure, and execute residential opportunities.
Leo brings a strong network of relationships with councils, consultants, planners, and capital partners to every project. He thrives in high-trust, hands-on environments where problem-solving, financial discipline, and stakeholder alignment are critical to success.
With a deep understanding of residential market dynamics and planning frameworks, Leo is well-positioned to guide clients through today’s evolving property landscape. His approach is proactive, grounded, and always focused on protecting value and delivering long-term outcomes.